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JLG Industries ES2646 vs Skyjack SJ45 AJ+
The JLG Industries ES2646 is a electric scissor lift with 9.92 m working height, a scissor lift with a 545 kg platform capacity. The Skyjack SJ45 AJ+ is a diesel articulated boom lift with 13.72 m platform height.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| JLG Industries ES2646 | Skyjack SJ45 AJ+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform height | 7.92 m | 13.72 m |
| Platform capacity | 545 kg (Indoor); 545 kg (Outdoor) | 300 kg |
| Weight | 2401 kg | 5,407 kg |
| Working height | 9.92 m | - |
| Working outreach | - | 6.93 m |
Sources: JLG Industries ES2646, Skyjack SJ45 AJ+. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ES2646 if...
A wider-deck electric scissor lift for sites that need more load on the platform, such as installing ductwork, cable tray and ceiling grids. It keeps the same capacity indoors and outdoors.
Full ES2646 specifications →Buy or hire the SJ45 AJ+ if...
A rough-terrain articulated boom lift for external maintenance, cladding, signage and steelwork where a diesel machine with up-and-over reach is needed. It suits contractors working at mid height on uneven ground.
Full SJ45 AJ+ specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JLG Industries ES2646 and the Skyjack SJ45 AJ+?
The JLG Industries ES2646 is a electric scissor lift with 9.92 m working height, a scissor lift with a 545 kg platform capacity; the Skyjack SJ45 AJ+ is a diesel articulated boom lift with 13.72 m platform height.
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